Below Average
#1521 of 1,793 schools in MA
Perkins Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
50 Burke Street, South Boston, MA 02127
Enrollment
149
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
149
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,521 of 1,793
In South Boston
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#94 of 109
Boston
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Perkins Elementary School
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About Perkins Elementary School
Perkins Elementary School is a public elementary school in South Boston, MA, part of Boston. Perkins Elementary School serves approximately 149 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Perkins Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,521 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Perkins Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 149 students, Perkins Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Perkins Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
56% of students at Perkins Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Perkins Elementary School — Students at Perkins Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 92 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.
How Perkins Elementary School Compares
See how Perkins Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 Burke Street, South Boston, MA 02127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Perkins Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Perry Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Quincy Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Boston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clap Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Boston, see our South Boston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,373
Median Home Value
$858,600
Median Rent
$2,435/mo
Population
36,646
College Educated
68.7%
Homeownership
44.8%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Perkins Elementary School
What grades does Perkins Elementary School serve?
Perkins Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Perkins Elementary School?
Perkins Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 149 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Perkins Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Perkins Elementary School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Perkins Elementary School rank in MA?
Perkins Elementary School ranks #1,521 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Perkins Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Perkins Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Perkins Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Perkins Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Perkins Elementary School a charter school?
No, Perkins Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Perkins Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Perkins Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 149
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.4%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8601
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #94 of 109
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